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Lisbon Gay Cruising

If you're looking for some action in Lisbon, Portugal, then look no further for information about gay cruising spots in and around the city. There are a number of saunas and cruising bars to choose from in Lisbon. As always, be conscious of your personal safety when meeting strangers.

Lisbon Hotel Deals

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Memmo Principe Real is a five star & boutique hotel located right next to Bairro Alto and Chiado, with breathtaking views of Lisbon, and easy access to the gay nightlife of both Principe Real and Bairro Alto. Memmo Principe Real features an outdoor pool and lounge, with panoramic city views. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a modern Bang & Olufsen TV. A terrace is featured in certain rooms. For guest's comfort, there are bathrobes and slippers. The private bathroom comes with premium Hermes amenities and with professional quality hair dryers. Cafe Principe Real Restaurant is a celebration of the Lusophony roots through Portuguese and international dishes, with Brazilian, African and Asian influences. The restaurant is located in a central, stylish and comfortable area of the hotel with a terrace overlooking the pool and the city. Breakfast is served here in the morning exclusively for guests. Light meals and fresh juices or cocktails are available at lunch time and during the afternoon. The property has a timeless and contemporary architectural style, complete with an oil painting of D. Pedro V, by the artist Barahona Possollo. The decor also features classic vintage furniture, contemporary paintings by Miguel Branco and a piece by Iva Viana. The hotel is 1.8 km from popular Commerce Square, which has many eateries and has views over the Tagus River. Restauradores Metro Station is within 700 m. Lisbon Portela Airport is 6 km away.
A hotel born from the acquisition of an antique Portuguese Typography. Raw Culture Art & Lofts Bairro Alto is a a new concept of lodging, offering a unique cultural experience, with comfort and a sophisticated ambiance. Each loft was decorated tapping into the owner's private art collection and temporary displays often adorn the property's public areas. Location wise, this accommodation can't be beat, being close the action in Bairro Alto and Principe Real. All of the comfortable lofts offer accommodation with free WiFi, soundproofing and a flat-screen cable TV. Each includes a fully equipped kitchenette and city views, with some also including a balcony. Both a la carte and vegan breakfast options are available each morning at Raw Culture Art & Lofts Bairro Alto. The surrounding area is filled with an assortment of popular restaurants and eateries, many within a 5-minute walk. Bairro Alto is also one of the city's top nightlife areas. Guests will be able to relax in the communal lounge area and also wander around the property, admiring the many art pieces on display. There is a 24-hour front desk, as well as private parking with a valet service. Chiado is 300 m from Raw Culture Art & Lofts Bairro Alto, while Rossio is 400 m away. The nearest airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, 6 km from the property.
Welcome to The Vintage, a 5* hotel and spa where one-off art & design can be found in every corner. Set just north of Principe Real, within easy reach of Bairro Alto and situated just 300 m from Lisboa's lively Avenida da Liberdade. It features a rooftop bar with panoramic views over the city, a heated indoor pool, a spa and a fitness centre. Rooms at The Vintage Hotel & Spa come with free WiFi and feature large windows and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each open-plan en suite bathroom is stocked with bathroom amenities and a bathrobe. Rooms also have a separate seating area. Suites offer an exclusive living and working area. Complimentary snack, craft beer and hot drinks are also provided. The Blue Restaurant serves traditional Portuguese cuisine. Cocktails and wine are served at The Vintage Lisboa's Lobby Bar. The hotel's modern spa facilities include a heated indoor pool, water circuits and treatment rooms. A well-equipped gym is also available. Avenida Metro Station can be reached with a 10-minute walk. Portela Airport is 6 km away. Staff at the 24-hour reception desk can arrange car rental service.
The Lumiares is a 5* boutique hotel & Spa in bohemian Bairro Alto. A former 18th century palace converted into spacious apartment suites with a panoramic rooftop with views across to the River Tagus on one side, and the Castelo de Sao Jorge on the other, this hotel is a great choice to treat yourself on your gay holiday to Lisbon, with all the gay life located nearby. The Lumiares Hotel & Spa is part of the Small Luxury Hotels Of The World association. All units feature a flat-screen TV. There is a seating and/or dining area in some units. There is also a kitchenette, equipped with a dishwasher. An oven and coffee machine are also offered. Each unit is fitted with a private bathroom with a bath or shower. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. Rossio is 400 m from The Lumiares Hotel & Spa - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World. The nearest airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, 6 km from The Lumiares Hotel.

Cruising Bars in Lisbon

Woof x

Woof x

Men Only, Cruising

Woof X is a place for bears and fetish loving gay guys to meet, enjoy a drink, and explore the darker cruising area at the back of the bar. It's even located in what's known as the bear area of Principe Real. Woof X is busiest in the early hours, so kick off a night on Lisbon's bear scene in an infamous cruise club complete with fetish inspired decor.
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Drako.club

Drako.club

Men Only, Cruising

DRAKO caters to the darker side of Lisbon's gay crowd and is a popular cruise and fetish club with a range of facilities for you to try out. With everything from slings to a BDSM zone, DRAKO is full of dark, cruisy corners and even staff without uniforms. There's also adult shop on site and weekly themes to keep things interesting.
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BAR CRU

BAR CRU

Men Only, Cruising

This dedicated and unapologetic cruise bar is the place to be for leather fans and those you just want to hang out with crowds of likeminded guys. The bar describes itself as the hottest gay venue in Lisbon, hosting themed parties each week such as underwear and undressed nights plus plenty of fetish parties. Even the staff get undressed later in the night.
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Construction Lisbon

Construction Lisbon

Bear, Dancing, Cruising

Owned by the same group that brings you Woof X, Construction caters to bears of all kinds but welcomes anyone. The club spreads across three floors, with the top floor being a secluded cruising space where you can get the know the guys you've met. The other floors have a modern dance club atmosphere, home to guest DJs and hosting lively parties, bringing ever more exciting concepts to the club.
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Lisbon Hotel Deals

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Memmo Principe Real is a five star & boutique hotel located right next to Bairro Alto and Chiado, with breathtaking views of Lisbon, and easy access to the gay nightlife of both Principe Real and Bairro Alto. Memmo Principe Real features an outdoor pool and lounge, with panoramic city views. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a modern Bang & Olufsen TV. A terrace is featured in certain rooms. For guest's comfort, there are bathrobes and slippers. The private bathroom comes with premium Hermes amenities and with professional quality hair dryers. Cafe Principe Real Restaurant is a celebration of the Lusophony roots through Portuguese and international dishes, with Brazilian, African and Asian influences. The restaurant is located in a central, stylish and comfortable area of the hotel with a terrace overlooking the pool and the city. Breakfast is served here in the morning exclusively for guests. Light meals and fresh juices or cocktails are available at lunch time and during the afternoon. The property has a timeless and contemporary architectural style, complete with an oil painting of D. Pedro V, by the artist Barahona Possollo. The decor also features classic vintage furniture, contemporary paintings by Miguel Branco and a piece by Iva Viana. The hotel is 1.8 km from popular Commerce Square, which has many eateries and has views over the Tagus River. Restauradores Metro Station is within 700 m. Lisbon Portela Airport is 6 km away.
A hotel born from the acquisition of an antique Portuguese Typography. Raw Culture Art & Lofts Bairro Alto is a a new concept of lodging, offering a unique cultural experience, with comfort and a sophisticated ambiance. Each loft was decorated tapping into the owner's private art collection and temporary displays often adorn the property's public areas. Location wise, this accommodation can't be beat, being close the action in Bairro Alto and Principe Real. All of the comfortable lofts offer accommodation with free WiFi, soundproofing and a flat-screen cable TV. Each includes a fully equipped kitchenette and city views, with some also including a balcony. Both a la carte and vegan breakfast options are available each morning at Raw Culture Art & Lofts Bairro Alto. The surrounding area is filled with an assortment of popular restaurants and eateries, many within a 5-minute walk. Bairro Alto is also one of the city's top nightlife areas. Guests will be able to relax in the communal lounge area and also wander around the property, admiring the many art pieces on display. There is a 24-hour front desk, as well as private parking with a valet service. Chiado is 300 m from Raw Culture Art & Lofts Bairro Alto, while Rossio is 400 m away. The nearest airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, 6 km from the property.
Welcome to The Vintage, a 5* hotel and spa where one-off art & design can be found in every corner. Set just north of Principe Real, within easy reach of Bairro Alto and situated just 300 m from Lisboa's lively Avenida da Liberdade. It features a rooftop bar with panoramic views over the city, a heated indoor pool, a spa and a fitness centre. Rooms at The Vintage Hotel & Spa come with free WiFi and feature large windows and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each open-plan en suite bathroom is stocked with bathroom amenities and a bathrobe. Rooms also have a separate seating area. Suites offer an exclusive living and working area. Complimentary snack, craft beer and hot drinks are also provided. The Blue Restaurant serves traditional Portuguese cuisine. Cocktails and wine are served at The Vintage Lisboa's Lobby Bar. The hotel's modern spa facilities include a heated indoor pool, water circuits and treatment rooms. A well-equipped gym is also available. Avenida Metro Station can be reached with a 10-minute walk. Portela Airport is 6 km away. Staff at the 24-hour reception desk can arrange car rental service.
The Lumiares is a 5* boutique hotel & Spa in bohemian Bairro Alto. A former 18th century palace converted into spacious apartment suites with a panoramic rooftop with views across to the River Tagus on one side, and the Castelo de Sao Jorge on the other, this hotel is a great choice to treat yourself on your gay holiday to Lisbon, with all the gay life located nearby. The Lumiares Hotel & Spa is part of the Small Luxury Hotels Of The World association. All units feature a flat-screen TV. There is a seating and/or dining area in some units. There is also a kitchenette, equipped with a dishwasher. An oven and coffee machine are also offered. Each unit is fitted with a private bathroom with a bath or shower. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. Rossio is 400 m from The Lumiares Hotel & Spa - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World. The nearest airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, 6 km from The Lumiares Hotel.

Other Cruising Spots in Lisbon

Trombeta Bath

Trombeta Bath

Men Only, Cruising

Trombeta Bath is well known on the gay scene, attracting a reliable crowd of attractive Portuguese men. It's a popular place for tourists to visit to enjoy a modern sauna and meet amazing local guys. The sauna is housed underground, boasting lots of facilities such as a bar, adult cinema, steam-room, cabins, and plenty of dark areas for more secluded cruising.
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Olissipo Sauna

Olissipo Sauna

Men Only, Cruising

Smaller and more secluded than other cruising spots in the city, Olissipo offers a unique experience. It's quite new on the scene but has quickly become a favourite thanks to its range of modern facilities and central location. Meet guys at the bar and follow them to rooms like the dry sauna, jacuzzi, or find a more private cabin. Take full advantage of a professional message service as well as the on-site shop.
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Tours & Experiences in Lisbon

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Gay friendly hotels in Lisbon

As an LGBTQ+ traveller, it's important to stay somewhere welcoming, with great value and maybe near to gay venues, and at GayMapper, we have done the hard work for you, curating a list of recommended hotels. In Lisbon, the gay nightlight is clustered around Bairro Alto and Principe Real, so you may prefer to stay in our of our recommended hotels there. Treat yourself to a luxury hotel or stay budget and spend what you save on partying! Check out GayMapper recommendations for gay friendly hotel deals in Lisbon, Portugal. Please support GayMapper by checking out our hotel deals as this helps us to keep the site updated with all this useful information!

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